TERRA 1035: Sleds of Yellowstone

Produced by Jason Roehrig

Synopsis

After over 15 years of wrangling over the use of snowmobiles in
Yellowstone National Park, all parties have finally come to an agreement!
This short film reveals the magnificence of Yellowstone in the winter – only
accessible by snowmobile and snow coach – and the controversy that
wracked local communities as the industry grew and the park started to
feel the pressure. But through extensive negotiation, business owners and
the National Park Service have worked together to find a solution.

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About the Producer

Jason Roehrig is an emerging filmmaker and photographer with a passion for
natural wonders and science communication. He grew up in Illinois where he
earned a degree in Biology from North Central College. After graduating, he
worked as a field biologist mapping and protecting endangered habitats,
wetlands, and water systems. He also held a position as a Biologist I in
nematology at a major agricultural research firm. Today, Jason is enrolled in the
MFA program Science and Natural History Filmmaking at Montana State
University. He just finished a film on the snowmobile controversy in Yellowstone
National Park, and is now in pre-production for a film exploring the marvels of
bioluminescence.